Facilities and Services in the ACT Heritage Library

Research

• access to items in the ACT Heritage Library collections on site and on demand
• access to collections of the public library at Woden
• wireless internet access using your own device
• professional staff to assist with enquiries

 Copying

• Photocopying in black and white up to A3 size is available within Woden Public Library at standard charges.
• Microfilm and microfiche readers and copiers are available. Photocopy charges apply.
• Image reproduction from our Images ACT database is available. Charges apply.
• Use of digital cameras to copy collection items is permitted and should be discussed with reading room staff.
• All copying is done in compliance with the Australian Copyright Act and the the NSLA Guide to Copyright for Clients.  Please be aware that some collections are subject to donor restrictions on copying and these agreements must be honoured by Libraries ACT.

Loan of ACT Heritage Library Materials

• The ACT Heritage Library is primarily a reference library with a responsibility for preservation of the documentary heritage of the ACT.
• ACT Heritage Library items are not for loan with the exception of material within our two lending collections: A small collection of local histories and other material of local interest at Woden Public Library and the Local Author Showcase at Civic Public Library.
• Loan of items from these collections are according the policies and procedures of Libraries ACT for public library materials.
• Inter Library Loan of items is available according to the National and State Libraries Australia Collaborative Lending Principles.

Other

• Cafe Ink operates in the building on weekdays
• Near access to public transport